Q&A
What should I do if I cannot attend any class?
What will happen?
Private One-on-One Lessons (Online & In-Person):
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If you need to request personal leave, please notify me via WhatsApp or email before paying the tuition for that month, specifying the dates and times of your leave. You can then pay only for the classes you will attend that month. Otherwise, no additional arrangements will be made for the missed class.
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Classes will proceed as usual on public holidays. If either you or me needs a holiday, this needs to be communicated before paying the tuition for that month. Therefore, if you plan to take a holiday on a public holiday, please discuss and arrange it with me one month in advance and inform me before paying the tuition for that month. You can then pay only for the classes you will attend that month.
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If there are any special circumstances after paying the lesson fee, changes to lesson times can be discussed if you inform me at least 24 hours before the lesson begins. However, please note that I cannot guarantee a change in lesson times every time. Any lesson fees paid for that month must be used within the current month.
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If you are unwell within 24 hours before the lesson, please inform me before the lesson starts, and we may reschedule for another date. However, please note that I cannot guarantee a change in lesson times every time. Any lesson fees paid for that month must be used within the current month.
*All fees are Non-Transferable and Non-Refundable
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Online Group Classes:
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If you need to request personal leave, please notify me via WhatsApp or email before paying the tuition for that month. Otherwise, no additional arrangements will be made for the missed class.
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If you cannot attend any classes in the coming month, you will need to choose the pay-as-you-go method to settle the lesson fee.
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If you wish to watch the lesson recording for all the lessons you cannot attend, you can choose to pay for a term.
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If you cannot attend any classes after settling the lesson fee, I will provide recordings of the lessons for you to watch at your convenience. However, these recordings will only be available for one week.
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Upon registering for the class, you will receive a 'Japanese Online Lessons Video Recording Acknowledgment.' Once you agree to watch the recording, you will be considered as having attended the class, and agreed to the acknowledgment once you agree to take my classes.
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Any lesson fees paid for that month must be used within the current month.
*All fees are Non-Transferable and Non-Refundable
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In-Person Group Classes:
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If you need to request personal leave, please notify me via WhatsApp or email before paying the tuition for that month, specifying the dates and times of your leave. You can then pay only for the classes you will attend that month. Otherwise, no additional arrangements will be made for the missed class.
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Lesson fees are non-refundable. Therefore, if you are unable to attend a lesson after paying the lesson fee, the lesson fee will still be deducted.
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Any lesson fees paid for that month must be used within the current month.
*All fees are Non-Transferable and Non-Refundable
When should I settle the lesson fee?
Private Lessons:
To streamline the payment process, I kindly ask that the lesson fee for the entire month be paid no later than the last lesson of the previous month. Once payment is made, please notify me via WhatsApp or email.
*All fees are Non-Transferable and Non-Refundable
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Online Group Classes:
For those opting to pay for a term, please ensure the lesson fee for the upcoming term is settled before the final class of the current term. If you prefer to pay as you go, kindly settle the lesson fee at least one day before the class. Once payment is completed, please notify me via WhatsApp or email.
*All fees are Non-Transferable and Non-Refundable
Should I start learning from the beginning in the next term?
No, we will continue from where we left off in the previous term.
Can I maintain the same class schedule in the next term?
Yes, if there are at least four students, the class will continue at the same time in the next term. You will be notified of any special circumstances.
However, if there are fewer than four students in the class, you may be required to switch to another class or opt for private lessons.
Will we cover all the content of the textbook within a term?
No, we will not cover all the content of the textbook within one term.
My lessons are never rushed. It is important to ensure students understand every thing before moving on. Therefore, my teaching schedule depends on the performance and needs of my students, there is no set number of hours required to finish a certain level.
My lessons cover listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. You will have a lot of opportunities to practice Japanese during the lesson!
Do I need to buy the accompanying English translation book of Minna-no-nihongo?
The translation book is optional. It contains vocabulary lists for each chapter, additional words, and grammar explanations in English. I will provide the vocabulary lists for each chapter and explain the grammar during the lessons. You may purchase the book if you’d like to have physical grammar notes or access to the extra vocabulary.
Which software do we use for online classes?
We will conduct the lesson via Zoom. You do not need to download the software; simply click the Zoom meeting link to join the session.
How can I submit homework for online classes?
To improve your memory retention, I recommend completing the homework by hand.
Printing the homework is recommended. You have the option to print out the exercises I have sent, write your answers on paper, then take a photo or scan and send it to me. However, if you encounter any printing difficulties, you can write your answers on separate paper and send that to me.
Certainly, you can complete the homework using an digital pen and send me the PDF afterward.
For exercises in the textbook, you can write your answers on separate paper and send them to me.
I will give you comments on your homework afterward.
How can I learn handwriting through online classes?
I have an iPad that allows me to demonstrate handwriting during the classes. Additionally, I can save the notes during the class and send them to you afterward.